Golden Book Store

Golden Book Store is based in the Golden Plaza Building on Avenue Road. We have three units there, 61, 62, and 63. You’d think having three spots would mean we have plenty of room, but every corner is filled with books. The Golden Plaza is a busy building, and there’s always people coming and going. I’ve been here for years, and I’ve seen the road change quite a bit, but the shop stays pretty much the same. We have stacks of books on the floor and on the tables, and it can be a bit of a maze to navigate. I spend most of my day talking to customers and trying to organize the new stock that comes in. It’s a lot of lifting and carrying boxes, which can be tiring. We don't have any flashy marketing or big signs. People mostly find us through word of mouth or because they’re already in the building. The lighting isn't the best in the back corners, but we know where everything is. It’s a bit of an old-fashioned way to run a business, but it works for us. We just keep the shelves stocked and try to help people find what they’re looking for. It’s a busy, dusty, and loud life here on Avenue Road, but we wouldn’t have it any other way.